Joanna Lumley's Travel Adventures

Fancy trying out life in Southern India for yourself in the style of the REAL EXOTIC MARIGOLD HOTEL which was screened in summer 2018 in Udaipur in the latest series?

Michael Palin first started globe trotting on our TV screens with 'Around the world in 80 days' and has been travelling ever since! Pole to Pole, Sahara, Himalaya, Brazil ... the list continues!

A huge favourite with our clients, Giraffe Manor is the flagship property of The Safari Collection portfolio of luxury Kenya properties - has featured in two series of 'Amazing Hotels beyond the lobby' contact us for your own holiday to get up close and personal with the residents of Giraffe Manor!!

BBC Two’s new series, ‘Amazing Hotels: Life Beyond the Lobby’. Join host journalist Giles Coren and chef Monica Galetti as they venture behind-the-scenes of Kenya’s most iconic property where wildlife conservation combines with top-tier accommodation and service to offer guests the ultimate in interactive, adventurous luxury at Giraffe Manor & Sasaab Samburu.

Film locations for wildlife documentaries

Fed up of being an armchair traveller? If, like Jules, you love travel and wildlife documentaries and want to transport yourself to these wonderful destinations, get in touch and let us arrange it for you!

Throughout my career there have been iconic TV moments that have remained in my mind forever - watching David Attenborough getting up close to the mountain gorillas on Life on Earth is probably my most vivid memory from years back, making me yearn to travel to Africa and see them myself (which I have been lucky enough to do several times). 2013 gave us the impressive BBC David Attenborough series with awesome photography AFRICA.In Spring 2016 'The Durrells' began showing on TV centred around the life of young Gerald Durrell as his family moved to Corfu and he developed his fascination for wildlife into a lifelong career in zoology and conservation.

Monty Don & Joanna Lumley in Japan

A wonderful travelogue to hit our TV screens is the gorgeous Joanna Lumley's Japan. We love Joanna and Japan in this office! Contact us and speak to Mags who has recently been to Japan (here she is drumming!), to arrange your own special holiday here. Japan has gorgeous gardens and Monty Don explored this fascinating destination in February 2019 on TV. From cherry blossom to colours of autumn, Japan has some of the most spectacular gardens of the world!

Travel adventures on TV

The adventurous travels of Bruce Parry never fail to inspire me to explore the world's remote cultures and adventure into new lands and meet new people. If you want to visit an Amazon tribe, travel across the Arctic and stay with Reindeer herders or meet the fascinating people of Ethiopia, we can sort that out for you! in 2016 on BBC TV Gordon Buchanan travelled to Brazil,Botswana and Papua New Guinea in 'Tribes, Predators and Me' to meet some of the most remote indigenous peoples of the planet and got up close to large predators such as Anacondas, Lions and Saltwater Crocodiles!

Earthflight was an incredible photography series on BBC showing amazing footage from a bird's eye view around the world - if you want to see the wonders of the world such as Monument Valley, the Great Rift of Africa or the Andes and Amazon ask me how!

Railway journeys of the world on TV

There have been in recent years some great Railway Journeys on TV - Michael Portillo has been tracing the old Bradshaw's Guide around the European tracks and there have been re-runs of Great British Rail Journeys too. In 2015 - 2016 he also took some rail journeys in USA and in spring 2016 Billy Connolly is travelling on sleeper trains across America too.

Did you follow Simon Reeve round the Indian Ocean and visit the amazing islands and beaches of this stunning coastline? He also went to Cuba and around the Caribbean. I love his down to earth presenting style and the fact that he brings up the 'other side' of tourism glossed over by some travel programmes. If you want to visit the man in the Seychelles on his private island of tortoises or see the ladies who make things from beach rubbish along the East Coast of Africa ask me where to go! Autumn 2014 saw Simon following the journeys of the world's Sacred Rivers - get in touch if you would like your own adventure featuring rivers and lakes. In November 2014 Sue Perkins is travelling the length of the Mighty Mekong River.

If you followed Big Cat Diary you'll love the BBC programme featuring life in the Masai Mara - I used to visit the Mara regularly in my days as a tour leader, so ask me to find the best holiday to get you there! Did you enjoy the baby animals on Planet Earth Live from around the world? June 2012 saw the latest 'Living Planet' series from BBC with Chris Packham getting inside the secrets of the rainforests, savannah and other parts of our natural world ... check out my 'Natural Worlds' section of the website. BBC2 in September 2015 showed 'This Wild Life' Saba Douglas-Hamilton's home Elephant Watch Camp in Samburu is in the spotlight!

Ocean's Giants showed incredible footage of whales and dolphins in our Oceans, there are plenty of places around the planet where you can also get up close to these amazing creatures or enjoy a diving and snorkelling holiday. Some of the best coral diving on the planet was shown on BBC with Monty Hall to The Great Barrier Reef. How amazing was the David Attenborough series The Frozen Planet with amazing footage of penguin colonies, whales, icebergs and polar bears ... ask us how to get you there!

Did you seeZambezi on BBC Natural World? What a fantastic film ... if you want to raft the Zambezi, watch the elephants on the floodplains or see the Blue Wildebeest migration, get in touch for your own holiday to fabulous Zambia, Victoria Falls or Mozambique. The awesome programme Madagascar had some stunning footage of this amazing island, a must do for any wildlife and natural history enthusiast - I want to go and see the 'dancing' lemurs myself!

Maybe you enjoyed watching Joanna Lumley drifting down The Nile from Egypt through Ethiopia and Uganda to it's source in Rwanda or you want to visit the Ice Hotel which she stayed at in Norway. Did you follow Joanna Lumley's Greek Odyssey as she explored the ancient sites and met the people of Greece? If you too would like a cultural holiday to Greece or want to join an escorted tour or cruise around the ancient Greek sites, walk in the hills of Evia, follow in the footsteps of the Greek Gods then get in touch for us to tailor your own special holiday to Greece! The latest exciting travelogue to hit our TV screens is Joanna Lumley's Japan. Then Joanna Lumley's India created a resurgence in interest for India holidays!

If you fancy doing 'India On Four Wheels' (or by bike, on foot, by train or by elephant for that matter!) take a look at the India pages for ideas. Some of the Holiday Hijack programmes have had me cringing on the sofa and being embarrassed to be British, but it's good that the other side of tourism has been highlighted. If you want to give something back when you go on holiday, why not spend some time staying with local families and learn about their culture or helping with volunteer projects? In 2014 featured on BBC was Hotel India- wow, what an amazing insight to the running of one of India's most prestigious hotels in Mumbai! Lucky me - I have stayed there, along with other Taj Palaces in India, so do get in touch if you too would like to arrange a holiday to include a stay at the Taj Palace Hotel in Mumbaior any of the other Taj hotels. Or if you fancy your own version of Indian Summers in the hill stationsof the Himalayas or the 'Best Exotic Marigold Hotel' we can book that too!

Food and Travel

If you've always wanted to see the Manhattan skyline and visit the locations of your favourite TV shows and Films around New York and Boston, why not incorporate 'On Location' tours into a holiday to the United States? For film buffs, a visit to Los Angeles and Hollywood is a must (Stay in the Beverly Wiltshire - setting for 'Pretty Woman') and there are various locations around the canyon lands and California you can explore while you are in the west of USA. If you enjoyed following Billy Connolly's Route 66 on TV, ask us to book your own version of his self drive Route 66 either on a bike or by car!

Food and Travel go hand in hand and there are endless TV programmes show casing delicious foods around the world. We really enjoyed Rick Stein's India in search of the perfect curry! He cooked his way in 2015 from Venice to Istanbul. If you enjoyed the Hairy Bikers Bakation - ask us about a range of self drives, city breaks or foodie tours to suit you around Europe. One of the most enjoyable programmes I watched was Rick Stein's Spain loving the fabulous food an people he met along the way, as he travelled around in a campervan. If you too want to sample the tapas bars of Seville, the grapes of Rioja wines and Catalan seafood, ask us to arrange a tailor made foodie holiday to Spain for you or if the spices and seafood of Asia are more your thing head to the floating markets and street cafes of Thailand! There are plenty of other cookery programmes with strong connections to travel, if you want to explore Jamie's Italy or learn to make pasta or cook authentic pizza, we know some lovely little guest farms and hotels around Umbria and Tuscany that would be right up your street! If you were inspired by the fabulous Mauritian food of Shelina Permalloo, the 2012 Masterchef champion, take a holiday to Mauritius to experience the sunny flavours of the Indian Ocean first hand or Masterchef 2014 winner Ping Coombs' lovely Malaysian food!

If your favourite film or TV programme was created from a book, hop over to our Literary Inspired Holidays page for more suggestions of travel adventures from historical characters such as Jules Verne, Robinson Crusoe or Karen Blixen!

So next time you are lying on the sofa gazing at the wonders of the world on your TV, inspired by our presenters and documentaries to go to these places, pick up the phone (01728 748209) or send us an enquiry form and let us get your wheels in motion!

South Luangwa National Park in Zambia is one of the best locations in Africa for a fabulous safari! Remote and beautiful, a haven for plentiful wildlife with world class guiding, walking safaris, night drives and luxury camps.

As tailor made travel specialists, we are experienced in arranging all kinds of family holidays around the world and know that sometimes it can be a challenge to find something that suits everyone! We are also experts in African Safaris so let us create the perfect family safari for you!

Watch the ever-changing landscapes of Russia, Mongolia and China roll by from your comfortable cabin, enjoy vodka and caviar tasting on board and make regular stops to discover the highlights of this classic route.

This seven-day journey takes you through the very heart of Myanmar & is booked on a private tailor made basis. From the bustling streets of Yangon, to the morning markets of Lake Inle, discover an unspoilt destination with fascinating history and culture.

Step aboard the luxury Belmond Road to Mandalay river cruiser to journey the Irrawaddy River in style, experiencing Myanmar from a unique perspective. This eight-day cruise goes from Mandalay to Bagan, visiting Mount Popa and local villages.

A luxury Golden Triangle holiday to India using top class Oberoi hotels and palace hotels, including the Taj Umaid Bhawan Palace in Jodhphur (home of the Film 'The Viceroy's House' released early in 2017).

Photographic expeditions & cruises to Antarctica, diving in the Galapagos or a self drive holiday in South Africa, we can get you close to penguins! Watch David Attenborough's Seven World's new series episode 1

Travelling across Asia is one of the greatest adventures in the world and there are a huge range of group adventure and overland tours to choose from across Russia or along the Silk Route. Trans-Siberian Railways offer a variety of rail journeys across Asia too.

A tough challenging trekking holiday to Everest Base Camp through stunning scenery in Nepal. Taking in stunning scenery along the way through Sherpa villages and forested valleys, staying in hotels and tea huts along the way.

A bucket list African Safari, witness the largest mammal migration in the world on the plains of the Serengeti National Park in Tanzania and the Masai Mara Game Reserve in Kenya - contact us for your personal safari of a lifetime!

This private island in The Seychelles is accessed only by helicopter and combines barefoot luxury with a light ecological footprint. 'Conservation without compromise' is the theme here, on the ultimate tropical island getaway.

Travel to Madagascar to see some of the 100 or so variety of Lemur found on this wonderful island of unique and endemic wildlife. From the giant Indri to the tiny mouse lemurs experience the wild and wonderful world of prosimians!

Follow the River Nile and discover the wonders of Egypt in style, taking in gorgeous sunsets and stunning scenery from the comfort of your cruise boat. Excursions to historical sights are usually included.

Kenya's Masai Mara is the original and classic African Safari experience! Elephants, giraffes, zebra and thousands of wildebeest roam the plains followed by Africa's Big Cats on the prowl. Hot air balloon safaris and Honeymoons.

An amazing journey through ancient China, taking in historic sites such as Xi'an and Beijing and traversing mountains, plains and the Gobi Desert, following the oldest trading routes and links between Eastern Europe and Asia.

Motor Sport Formula 1 Grand Prix races travel around the world between March and November. Combine these sporting events with a holiday in far flung places or close to home in Europe. Hotels, flights and hospitality can be included.

Tailor made Tiger safaris in Indian wildlife parks and reserves, visit the areas which inspired the 'Jungle Book' on a fabulous Tiger Safari - private holidays or group tours from wildlife specialists.

Spices & sweets, mulled wine and twinkling lights .... Festive Christmas Markets light up the streets of Europe's capital cities from late November. Travel by rail, air or coach to a huge selection of fabulous destinations for a magical Christmas shopping experience!

One of the seven Natural Wonders of the World, Victoria Falls is considered to be the largest waterfall in the world. Spend time here exploring the old town of Livingstone and experiencing a range of adventure activities.

The Big Apple is a buzzing, cosmopolitan city which will amaze and fascinate you. The Manhattan skyline is there to be explored - world class shopping, river cruises, broadway musicals or fabulous restaurants, New York an ideal city break.

City breaks to Moscow or St Petersburg in Russia give you the chance to experience two of the world's most exciting cities. Vist the Kremlin, Red Square, famous cathedrals and architecture, take in a theatre show or ballet and

As always you did everything to such a high standard (We wouldn't expect anything else from you though!!) Where in the world can you visit a zen garden in the morning and meet with the head resident priest for a chat, see a very large cat being walked on a collar and lead through the bamboo groves and see the craziness of a robot cabaret........... that would be Japan!!!! A massive thank you to Jules and Mags for yet another fabulously arranged holiday. If you're thinking of going to Japan then book with Travel with Jules, the organisation is excellent, the information you receive is comprehensive and very detailed, you can't go wrong.

Sarah & Jeremy
Japan
(April 2016)

The holiday was AMAZING, Gambia is such a great destination, thank you for recommending we visit and putting together a wonderful varied experience for us, we loved it all! Fathala Wildlife Reserve in Senegal was incredible, the ferry transfers were great fun and an insight to local life and we were well looked after on both journeys. The Mandina Lodges were stunning and the floating lodge was lovely.

Dave & Amanda
Gambia
(March 2016)

In my view life is too short NOT to use Julie's experience and contacts when booking a holiday! I couldn't recommend Travel With Jules more highly.

Nicky Fussell
several destinations
(July 2015)

Cuba – what an amazing country ... the noise and bustle of Havanna, the cars, the history, the people, a place stopped in time, interesting scenery, history and culture and the most beautiful beaches!

Trish and Stephen Hicks
Cuba
(Feb 2015)

Jimmy was a fantastic guide, thank you Jules for getting him on the trip with us. Virunga lodge was a little paradise on earth with beautiful sunsets and sunrises, great food, lovely people that wanted to do anything for us, just amazing. We saw the gorillas on all 3 days - incredible!

Hera & Taco
Rwanda Gorilla trip
(December 2014)

What can I say ... you did it again! I loved every minute of my Kenya adventure. The Born Free Foundation anniversary safari was superb. We spent loads of time with Virginia McKenna whilst at Elsa's Kopje, she was full of 'hidden facts' about the lives of the Adamsons and I really enjoyed her company. Amboseli was fabulous. In Nairobi I enjoyed my visit to Daphne Sheldrick's Elephant Orphans and seeing my adopted baby later in the afternoon. So thank you again for your superb organisation and personalised 'conservation' based safari, I'm retiring soon so look out I will be travelling even more!

Wilf Graham
Kenya
(Oct

We really did have an amazing time in Kenya - I really appreciate your work in organising everything for us, it was fantastic!! The effort to make my birthday special was lovely. We feel we have seen animals in the wild that are not overly harassed and negatively impacted by human activity, this is very important to us.

Aimee & Hazel
Kenya
(Jan 2014)

Our packed holiday included fly-camping and bucket showers, walking with Samburu warriors and camels, brilliant safari experts and ‘real’ local knowledge, masses of fun on the jeep in the Masai Mara, wonderful food, stunning scenery and wildlife, white sandy beaches and lovely warm seas..... You got it just right for us. You will have to go some to better this next time – that is your challenge!

Balmer Family
Kenya & Tanzania safari
(Dec 2013)

Our feedback is genuine and meant from the heart. I would love for you manage our travel reservations from now on. You have an amazing business and you do it well.

Laura & Robin
Greece, Crete
(Oct 2013)

Julie's knowledge of wildlife tourism to Africa is nothing short of excellent, she always comes up with some gems of ideas that you would never think of or find for yourself!

Rich & Cheryl
Rwanda
(November 2012)

Within three hours of me posting a Tweet for holiday help, I received a phone call from Jules. By the next morning my week’s holiday in Crete was researched, sorted and agreed, including a good deal on car hire. We stayed in some great apartments in the heart of the resort and enjoyed a really relaxing week. I can’t recommend Jules highly enough (or Twitter!) and will certainly consider using her services again.

Graham Richards
Crete
(July 2011)

One of the things I have come to love about you, Jules, is that you listen and take on board what makes me tick, and then tailor the holiday to fit me, not just try to convince me to fit a holiday in a brochure!

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